Family Photography in Edmonton
Portraits of the People and Connections That MatterFamily photographs give everyone a place in the picture, including the person who usually holds the camera. They can show the relationships you share, your children’s changing personalities, and the everyday closeness that is easy to overlook. I’m Matt, a family photographer serving Edmonton and surrounding communities, and I work with you to create photographs that feel like your family.
Your session can include individual portraits, couple portraits, and group family portraits. We’ll talk about who will participate, the photographs you want, and a setting that suits your preferences. I bring a calm, guided approach, with patience and flexibility when children are involved.
Family Portraits with Personality
Hi, I’m Matt!
Your Edmonton Family Photographer
I’m Matt, a photographer with more than 20 years of experience, and family photography is one of the core areas of my work. Before your session, I take time to understand what you want, who will participate, and the preferences or special details that matter to your family. Thoughtful planning helps us make useful choices about scheduling, location, and the photographs we’ll focus on.
Clients have described me as reliable and patient with children, complimented my customer service, and noted my professionalism and punctuality. Some families return for multiple sessions. I bring that same patient, professional approach to your photographs, providing natural direction while handling lighting, composition, and camera settings. Children may need time to settle or a pause, and I work with flexibility rather than expecting every moment to go to plan.

Plan Photographs That Fit Your Family
Tell me what you would like from your photographs: individual portraits, time together as a couple, or the family as a group. We’ll discuss your preferences and who will take part, then plan a session around the people and connections you want to photograph.Your Family Session: What to Expect
Understanding Your Family
We’ll discuss your vision, preferences, who will participate, and the types of photographs you want. Bring any ideas or special details that matter to your family so we can consider them in the planning.
Choosing a Location Together
Sessions may be in-home where appropriate, with a studio or studio-style setup, or outdoors around Edmonton. We’ll consider your family’s preferences, comfort, accessibility, the look you want, and outdoor weather. Particular studios and outdoor locations are subject to availability.
A Calm, Guided Session
I provide natural photographic direction while handling lighting, composition, and camera settings. My approach is patient and professionally guided, with flexibility when children need time to settle or a break. You don’t need to know how to arrange every photograph yourself.
Selecting the Strongest Images
After the session, I carefully review the photographs and select the strongest images. I look for expressions, connections, and portraits that reflect the family and the goals we discussed.
Individual Editing and Quality
The selected photographs are individually hand edited. Attention to quality continues through the editing process, with care for the details of each image as well as the collection as a whole.
Your Finished Photographs
Digital files are included. Most galleries are delivered within 2–3 weeks, depending on project size. This is a general timeframe rather than a guaranteed deadline.
Archival-quality prints and custom albums are available on request if you would like something to display or keep in print. These are additional options and are not included in the session’s starting price.
What Families Are Saying About Their Photos
“Matt photovideography is very reliable and patient when working with kids. Gives nice photos and customer service is impressive. I have used their services four times since 2021 till date and will gladly return to do business with them and recommend them to friends.”
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Make Room for Everyone in the Photograph
A family session is a chance to be in the photographs together, as well as make room for individual and couple portraits. Tell me who you’d like to include and what you want the photographs to show. Use the buttons below to ask questions or discuss booking.Behind the Lens
Good photography and video begin before the camera is switched on. Explore the services to see how we can plan for your family, portrait, business or property project.
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Let’s Plan Your Family Photographs
If you’re looking for family photography in Edmonton or the surrounding communities, I’d love to hear what you have in mind. Tell me who will participate and whether you’re interested in individual, couple, or group family portraits.
We’ll discuss your goals, preferences, location, scheduling, and any special details before the session. I’ll provide photographic direction and take care of the technical work, with patience and flexibility when children are involved.
Call the number below, use the enquiry form, or choose Book Your Session to discuss availability and next steps.
- Edmonton, Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Leduc and surrounding towns or cities






